Kevin Willard Takes Helm of Villanova Men's Basketball, Pledges to Uphold Legacy

Formally introduced as head coach, Willard focuses on rebuilding the roster and adapting to modern college basketball challenges.

Kevin Willard was officially introduced as Villanova's head coach on April 9, following his March 30 hiring after departing Maryland.
He emphasized his commitment to preserving the Jay Wright-built culture while adjusting the team's playing style to the evolving college basketball landscape.
Villanova's leadership, including President Rev. Peter Donohue, has set high expectations for the program's return to national prominence.
Willard faces significant roster challenges, with all five starters departing and several players entering the transfer portal, prompting an intensive recruiting effort involving 120 Zoom calls in one week.
Acknowledging the complexities of NIL and the transfer portal, Willard described the current college basketball environment as 'out of control' and stressed the need for adaptability in coaching strategies.